1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 785 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 480 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
